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Thank you for registering for the Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout & Interactive Video Program (IVP)! As the nation s leader in player development and college guidance and a partner with Under Armour, Baseball Factory will conduct the National Tryout and Interactive Video Program. Our coaching staff will evaluate all players, and select players for Under Armour Baseball Factory National Teams and the Under Armour Baseball Factory National Training Programs. In addition, you will receive a video of your performance plus corrective videos, which will allow you to practice and improve your skills after the event. We look forward to working with you at the National Tryout & Interactive Video Program. Our objective is to give all players and families involved with Baseball Factory an experience that will be unprecedented in the baseball world. We will accomplish this goal by conducting a first class baseball experience in an organized, professional, and energetic atmosphere. We will take pride in our work to assure that the utmost enthusiasm and professionalism are practiced to maintain The Factory Way. Included in this confirmation packet, you will find the following information to make your National Tryout experience with Baseball Factory as beneficial as possible. Enclosed information: - Rain & Refund Policy - Player Development Application - Frequently Asked Questions - Event Outline - Training/Hydration Advice - Member s Section Information - How to use your Player Web Page - Player Recommendation Form - What Scouts Look for in Players This is a great opportunity for you to show off your skills in front of our coaches and scouts. If you have questions about your session, please contact a Baseball Factory representative at 800.641.4487. We look forward to seeing you at the field and wish you the best of luck during the Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout & Interactive Video Program! Sincerely, Steve Bernhardt Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations

Rain & Refund Policy Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout: Rain Policy If your session is officially rained out: You have the option of applying payments to any other Baseball Factory event. You may have your money refunded in full within 60-90 days. Please note: Even if it is raining in your area, you will need to report to the stadium unless contacted by Baseball Factory. An event will be considered an official rainout when the entire event is cancelled in full. If the following occurs all players will be eligible to attend another Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout at no additional charge: No baseball activities are able to be completed on the field (i.e. field is ruled unplayable and only batting cages or bullpen are able to be used due to conditions) Our scouts are unable to develop a complete report on the players based on limitations caused by the rain Our scouts are unable to develop enough of a report for national team and training camp selections to be made Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout: Refund Policy Tryout: For all players participating in the Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout ($99 one position, $199 two positions), all fees will be non-refundable. Fees will be transferable to another event if the player notifies Baseball Factory of his intent to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the tryout. All other player fees are not transferable. Interactive Video Program: For all players participating in the Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout and Interactive Video Program ($299), all fees will be non-refundable. Fees will be transferable to another event if the player notifies Baseball Factory of his intent to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the event. All other player fees are not transferable.

Baseball Factory Player Development Application BRING THIS COMPLETED FORM WITH YOU TO YOUR EVENT Player Information Name Home Address City State Zip Home Phone Player Cell Phone Player Email Player s Date of Birth Family Information Father s Name College(s) Attended Occupation Work # Cell # Email: Mother s Name College(s) Attended Occupation Work # Cell # Email: Please list any baseball-playing brothers (list name and age): Roster Information Primary Position (List only ONE) Secondary Position (List only ONE) Year of High School Graduation High School Current School (if not in HS) School Begins on: / / School Ends on: / / Bats (Right/Left/Switch) Throws (Right/Left) Height: Weight: Travel/Summer Ball Team Additional Information Jersey Size YM,YL,S,M,L,XL,XXL Shoe Size Do you train with a pro instructor (Y/N): What Indoor Baseball Facility do you utilize for workouts? INVALID/DECLINED ACCOUNT POLICY: Please note, if you elect to pay your balance on a monthly payment plan, you are responsible to ensure that the monthly payment will be processed on the date that it is scheduled with the payment information provided. Should the credit card or ACH information come back as invalid or declined in a given month, you will be subject to a $25 fee for that month, only if the issue goes unresolved after 48 hours. Commitment Agreement Our National Teams and Training Camps are comprised of players who are selected from National Tryouts, Premium Video Programs and Showcases up to six months in advance. Once a player is selected and he accepts to play and represent Baseball Factory, it is important to understand that he is committing 100% to his team and must be ready to compete and train. Our national player selection process allows us to choose players across the entire U.S.A. You are competing with players from all 50 states for a spot on one of our prestigious teams. If you are selected and commit to play, both Baseball Factory and your teammates are counting on you. Remember, the Baseball Factory program will enhance your abilities and experience to better prepare you for college baseball. College coaches expect you to be prepared to play at the collegiate level. Play hard and have fun! Refund/Payment Schedule Policy For all players participating in either the Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout ($99) or the Under Armour Baseball Factory Interactive Video Program ($299) all fees will be non-refundable. Fees will be transferable to another event if the player notifies Baseball Factory of his intent to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the tryout. All other player fees are not transferable. If you are required to make ongoing monthly payments to finalize your registration fees to attend a Baseball Factory National Tournament, Training, or Recruiting Event (including any fundraising efforts that you may be seeking for additional support), you are committed to adhering to the payment plan that has been created for you by The Baseball Factory staff. In the event of any default under the terms of this agreement, you agree to be responsible for any and all collections costs, including court costs, interest and reasonable attorneys' fees of twenty (20%) of any and all monies due. If any dispute arises out of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, you hereby agree that Howard County, Maryland shall be the exclusive jurisdiction for resolution of any and all disputes and that Maryland law shall be applied to any action brought in state or federal court. For all Baseball Factory Player Development events (tournaments and training) and the company's Exclusive College Recruiting Program, that result in player cancellation in excess of 30 days from the event (including injuries, weather related occurrences, personal emergencies, schedule changes, and travel delays) any payments made prior to an event are transferable* without penalty to a future Baseball Factory event, as long as the event is within the same calendar year. For all cancellations that occur inside 30 days from the event, any payments made prior to this point will forfeited and may not be transferred to another event, or refunded, unless the player provides a doctor s note clearly stating that he is physically unable to perform at the event. If a doctor s note is provided, any monies paid will be transferable to a future Baseball Factory event within the same calendar year. Player fees will not be refunded. *Excluding the Arizona Senior Fall Classic. For the Arizona Senior Fall Classic, a $1,000 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required for registration. Baseball Factory Waiver/Agreement I do hereby waive, release and discharge Baseball Factory and the respective staffs, employees and ensigns and all sponsors, of and from any and all rights and claims for damages resulting from injury of my person or property, which may be sustained or suffered by me in connection with my association with or participating in, or arising out of my traveling to or from the Baseball Factory event. I hereby certify that my child is fully capable of participating in the Baseball Factory event and that my child is healthy and has no physical or mental disabilities or infirmities that would restrict full participation in these activities. If my child does not have health insurance, he and our family will be responsible for all medical costs for him as associated with participation in the Baseball Factory event. I do hereby authorize Baseball Factory and its partners to: record my child s participation and appearance on video tape, audio tape, film, photograph, or any other medium; use my name or my child s name, likeness, voice and biographical material in connection with these recordings, and exhibit or distribute such recordings in whole or in part with restrictions or limitations for any educational or promotional purpose. I do hereby authorize Baseball Factory to email or mail information to all addresses and email addresses provided to Baseball Factory. We, the parent(s), or legal guardian, agree to the above waiver and release and we join therein. Please sign below to acknowledge understanding of company s Commitment Agreement, Refund/Payment Schedule Policy (including the Invalid/Declined Account Policy), and Waiver Agreement: Player s Signature Parent/Guardians Signature Date Name of Health Insurance Provider BBB Rating: A+ Policy Number

Frequently Asked Questions How to get the most out of your Baseball Factory experience When should I arrive at the stadium? Be there one hour before the scheduled start of your session for registration. What should I wear? Prepare for the session as though it were a baseball game. Baseball pants, cleats, and equipment are appropriate. Please bring cleats AND turf shoes or tennis shoes. Should parents attend the sessions? It is highly recommended that parents attend the sessions with the players. Our Player Development Coordinators will be at the session providing all parents with information about the player development process in a valuable seminar! When do I need to send the Player Development Application back? PLEASE BRING THE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION WITH YOU TO YOUR EVENT. Are the players going to be served lunch or a snack? The players will be supplied with water, but not with lunch or a snack. We want to get as much baseball in as we can in the time allotted; however, the players are welcome to bring a drink and a snack for themselves if they would like, but it is also important to eat and drink appropriately prior to the session. Now that my session is complete, how can I get more involved? There are multiple ways to get more involved with Baseball Factory: - Utilize your Player Development Coordinator Contact your coordinator for more information about other Baseball Factory programs. Your coordinator is also available to answer any questions you may have about the college recruiting process and how you can take an active role. - Member Section Access our member section online at. This section of our web site is available only to players in our program and will provide you with additional valuable information on player development. We highly encourage you to take advantage of the information provided in this section. If you do not remember your username and password, call a customer service representative at Baseball Factory, 800.641.4487.

Event Outline What to expect from your Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout & Interactive Video Program SEMINAR: Parents / Players PLAYER STRETCH 60-YARD DASH CATCHING: player assessment INFIELD: player assessment OUTFIELD: player assessment PITCHING: player assessment ARM STRENGTH STATION: player assessment BATTING PRACTICE: player assessment DISCUSSION: final words player departure

Training/Hydration Advice Dear Parents: Welcome to Baseball Factory. My name is Charlie Strasser, certified athletic trainer for the Baseball Factory. This letter is to help your son prepare for the event. Always be prepared for HOT and HUMID weather. The Hydration Game Plan 1. Wear light colored clothing. 2. Drink plenty of fluids the night before and the morning of the camp. (Gatorade, etc.) Stay away from carbonated drinks. 3. Bring a cooler with you filled with extra drinks. This will help keep you hydrated during the day. (Water will be provided, but water does not provide the essential nutrients needed during a hot and humid day. 4. Drink fluids during every opportunity throughout the day. 5. Athlete should drink 20oz of fluids for loss of each pound loss during the day. 6. Encourage your son to speak up if they are not feeling well or are experiencing any signs of dehydration or heat illness. 7. A good sign for determining hydration level is the color of their urine. Clear = hydrated ******* Dark = dehydrated. In conclusion, we at the Baseball Factory want your son competing at their very best. Staying hydrated and healthy is one way to obtain maximum performance. Sincerely, Charlie Strasser Certified Athletic Trainer Over 25 years in the industry with teams including the LA Dodgers and Cleveland Cavaliers

Member s Section Information Take advantage of the valuable information our skilled professionals have provided In order to get the most out of your Baseball Factory experience, it is essential that you take advantage of the Member s Section of our web site. The Member s Section provides you with detailed, valuable information on the player development and college recruiting process, plus additional tips to help you as a baseball player. We also encourage you to update your player profile within the member section (Height, Weight, GPA, etc). In order to access the Member s Section, you will need to follow these steps: 1. Log on to our web site at 2. In the top left corner of the site, please click on the button called LOGIN. 3. Make sure to use the Player Login, not Coach. 4. You can also go directly to the Member s Section by using this link: /member_login.asp 5. Enter your user id and password Your user id is the player email address that you provided Baseball Factory with when initially registering for your Baseball Factory program. If you do not remember the player email address you submitted, did not give us your email address, or are having trouble signing in, contact a customer service representative at 800.641.4487 and we can help get you started with the Member Section. Your password will be: baseballfactory If you have any questions, concerns, or problems taking advantage of this valuable part of your Baseball Factory program, please call 800.641.4487.

How to use your Baseball Factory Player Page Baseball Factory's Player Page with Online Digital Videos gives you the ability to share your profile, academic information, and most importantly, your professional scout evaluation and video footage with any family member, friend, or coach across the country via email. Step 1: Access your Player Page from our Member s Section on the Internet. To access the Member s Section of our website, go to. In the top left corner of the site, click on Login. Click on Login and then Player Login Step 2: You will then see a space for username and password. Make sure you are logging in as a Player, not a Coach. Your username is the entire email address you supplied us with. Your default password is: baseballfactory. If you forgot which email address you provided us with, or need help logging in, please call 1.800.641.4487.

How to use your Baseball Factory Player Page Step 3: When you log in to the Member s Section, you will see a link to your Player Page on the right hand side, below some of your stats. Click on that link. Click on My Player Page Step 4: You will then see your Player Page load to a different window. When this new page loads up, you will notice that your Player Page has a separate Web address. This address is YOUR link to your Baseball Factory Player Page, and thus, this is the link you will want to copy and paste on emails that you will send to family, friends, and coaches. This is the link to YOUR player page. Copy and paste this on emails that you send to family, friends, and coaches.

How to use your Baseball Factory Player Page Step 5: Once Baseball Factory has completed the Online video process and your video and evaluation have been placed on your Player Page, you will be able to access your video and evaluation through links found on the Player Page. Click the down arrow and your evaluation will appear below. Scroll up to see your video again. Click the play icon to watch your video. Click the MP4 icon (to the right) if you want to download the video to your computer.

How to use your Baseball Factory Player Page Step 6: Now that you ve reviewed your video and evaluation, go back to the Member s Section to review the corrective videos that our scouting staff has prescribed. These videos have been targeted for you based on your areas for improvement. Please watch these videos and utilize the drills to continue your player development. To access your corrective videos go to the Member s Section and click on the My Videos tab. Next, scroll down and you ll see the list of your corrective videos. Click on the play icon to view each video. Click on the My Videos tab to view your personal video and corrective videos. Click the play icon to watch your corrective videos. You can scroll up and watch your personal video to see yourself performing the same fundamentals. Remember, your Baseball Factory Player Page is meant to be a tool for continued skill development. Use your evaluation, personal video and corrective videos to continue your player development. If you have any questions, please contact your Player Development Coordinator.

Player Recommendation Form Help some of your talented teammates by recommending them to this program! Your involvement with Baseball Factory illustrates your commitment to playing baseball at the next level. Now, it is up to you to help some of your talented teammates take their important first step. Please recommend some of your top teammates/opponents to Baseball Factory: Your Name: Recommended Players 1. Name: Address: City: St: Zip: Phone #: Position: HS Graduation Year: Your Connection with the player: 2. Name: Address: City: St: Zip: Phone #: Position: HS Graduation Year: Your Connection with the player: 3. Name: Address: City: St: Zip: Phone #: Position: HS Graduation Year: Your Connection with the player: Submit this form by faxing it to Baseball Factory at 410.715.1975 or by mail:,. You can also bring it with you to your event.

What Scouts Look for in Players Tips on how to get noticed It is important to keep a few things in mind whey you play in front of scouts. We have included the following information and hope that it will help you to make the most of your opportunities. Key points for hitters as well as a general breakdown by position are included below, taken from the book, Breaking into the Big Leagues. Excerpts taken from the book: Breaking IntoThe Big Leagues, by Al Goldis and Rick Wolff

What Scouts Look For in Pitchers When observing a prospect, a scout evaluates several key components of pitching. Some of these are obvious ingredients, some are more subtle, but the experienced scout checks to see how a pitching prospect rates on each particular aspect. 1. Velocity: Perhaps the most obvious of all pitching components, a scout first considers the amount of force or velocity with which a pitcher throws. 2. Movement: Just as important as velocity is the ball s movement. Does the pitcher s ball sink, drop, slide, fade, rise, or merely go straight? The scout is usually more interested in a pitcher s ball that has more movement. 3. General Mechanics: Does the pitcher exhibit the expected amounts of maturity, poise, rhythm, and pitching techniques on the mound? 4. Delivery: Specifically, the scout considers the pitcher s release point. Is the pitcher s delivery over-the-top, three-quarters, sidearm, or submarine? Is it free and fluid or forced and labored? 5. Arm Action: Is the pitcher getting the full extension of his arm when he releases the ball? Is his motion herky-jerky or fluid? In other words, does his delivery make him suspect for an arm injury. 6. Curve Ball: When evaluating the pitcher s curve, scouts check for rotation, sharpness, the direction in which it breaks (down, across, or both), and how much it breaks (a few inches or closer to a foot?). Can a batter easily adjust to the pitch or does the pitcher hide it well in the wind-up? 7. Change-up: The off-speed pitch is considered vital for success in professional baseball. If a pitcher is able to throw a change-up then the scouts want to know how often he can use it effectively. 8. Other Pitches: What other pitches can the pitcher throw and control? These might include a slider, knuckleball, screwball, forkball, palmball, or splitfinger fastball. 9. Control: Also vitally important for success; scouts gauge whether control allows a pitcher to pinpoint certain pitches, or if the pitcher is just learning how to find the plate. 10. Type: The scouts label pitchers as certain types. Is a pitcher over powering with a blazing fastball, finesse pitcher who just hits the corners of the plate, or a mix pitcher with a combination of good fastball, curve, and change-up? A pitcher must have a sound delivery, good basics, and good arm action; or must show that some minor adjustment will give him these qualities in the near future. Bad arm action, poor delivery, or both will considerably lessen the chances of a young pitcher improving his potential enough to be projected by scouts as a prospect. Experience shows that scouts can look for improvements with breaking pitches, changes of speed, and control. Even the fastball can be improved with time. What Scouts Look For in Catchers Catchers have to represent a combination of strength, durability, intelligence, arm accuracy, and if possible, good hitting ability. Such combinations are rare; hence, a good catching prospect is a great find. Scouts check the following key components. 1. Arm Strength: First and foremost, does the catcher have a good, solid throw to second base? Is there potential for that arm strength to improve? 2. Release: Does the catcher have a strong wrist action? That is, can he get rid of the ball in a hurry without having to wind up his entire arm? 3. Accuracy: A strong arm isn t the only ability a catcher needs. Can he throw the ball directly to second base on a straight line, time and time again without missing the mark? 4. Hands: Does the catcher have hands that gently receive the pitch or does he fight the pitch as it comes to the plate? The softer the receiver, the better the prospect. 5. Agility: Is the catcher good at moving around the plate? Can he easily block balls in front of the plate? Can he track down pop-ups fairly well? Is he good at getting out in front of the plate to handle bunts?

What Scouts Look For in Outfielders Outfielders tend to be regarded by some fans as offensively oriented players, but scouts know that swinging the bat is only part of the outfielder s job. Arm strength, defensive skills, and speed, as well as several other skills are critical parts of the outfielder s game. 1. Arm Strength: The strongest arm in the outfield belongs to the right fielder because he has to make the longest throws. Scouts want to make sure that the center fielder and left fielder have good solid arm strength as well as accuracy and quick release. 2. Jump: When a ball is hit, a good outfielder will automatically get a jump on the ball; he gets into position to make the next play as the pitch makes contact with the bat. Some scouts feel that this ability, like others, is more of an instinct than a trait that can be learned, but the more one practices catching fly balls, the more one can improve. 3. Fielding Ground Balls: Being an outfielder doesn t exclude a player from handling grounders. The ability to cleanly pick up a ball hit to the outfield, without bobbling it is an essential part of outfield play. 4. Handling the Terrain: Can the outfielder range in all directions well? Does he know how to go back on the ball, how to use the warning track, and how to play a ball off the wall? 5. Steps: When throwing the ball back to the infield, does the outfielder position himself to get the most out of his throws? Does he release the ball quickly? Does he take only a couple of steps in his release? 6. Speed: Can the outfielder use his speed in covering territory? Does he know how to cut a ball off before it gets to the gap? Does he know how to charge a sinking line drive without being handcuffed? What Scouts Look For in Infielders The two most important tools an infielder can have are quick feet and soft hand the ability to gracefully field a ground ball as though it s a thoroughly natural, unhurried event. Although many scouts feel that this skill really can t be taught, the more you practice fielding ground balls, the better and smoother you ll become. A scout will look at the following when evaluating an infielder. 1. Range: An infielder must move quickly in all directions. This includes not only going to one s right or left to make a play but also to backpedal into the outfield on pop-ups and charge a slow roller. 2. Quick Feet: Especially for those plays around second base on the pivot, an infielder must exhibit quick feet along with agility and athletic skill. 3. Arm Strength: Like the other defensive positions in the field, an infielder must show a strong accurate arm. Because so many major league ballparks have artificial turf, infielders must play deeper than normal, this places a higher premium on a strong arm. 4. Taking Charge: Infielders tend to be involved in almost every play. Scouts look for an infielder s leadership abilities to see how he takes charge on the field. This might include taking time to talk with the pitcher, letting the outfielders know how many outs there are, directing traffic on crucial plays, etc. 5. Aggressiveness: In line with taking charge, scouts appreciate an infielder who is aggressive in his play, who is able to hang tough on a pivot play or to knock down a hard hit grounder.

What Scouts Look For in Hitters Scouts know that there are different kinds of hitters, such as power, contact, line-drive, and slap hitters. As Ted Williams has said many times, hitting is the most difficult task in all sports. Once you ve found a hitting style that makes you feel comfortable, stay with it and keep working on it. In the meantime, the scouts will evaluate your hitting strengths and potential. 1. Type of Stroke: Scouts first classify what kind of stroke a hitter has, whether it s short and compact, long and looping, quick, etc. The fact that there is no perfect stroke should not discourage prospective hitters. 2. Faults: Scouts also immediately check out any flaws a hitter may have in his stroke. Those flaws include hitching, overstriding, bailing out on curves, and dropping the back shoulder. While these flaws can all be corrected, a scout must first be aware of them. 3. Type of Hitter: There are many kinds of hitters, as identified in the following complete checklist: aggressive (free swinger), defensive (takes a lot of pitches), power hitter (home-run swinger), spray or singles hitter (short stroke), line-drive, pull hitter, straight away, opposite field, and hitter to all fields. 4. Power: Power is not restricted to home-run hitters. Scouts know that a line-drive hitter can put as much power into his stroke as a home-run hitter. Scouts want to see the ball jump off the bat. They are not interested in weak line drives or soft fly balls. They want to see how the batter hits the ball, which is the key to judging a hitter s power. 5. Bunting: Bunting seems to be a lost art, so if a hitter can bunt for a hit or put down a good sacrifice bunt, scouts will be impressed. A left-handed hitter with good speed should use the drag bunt as a vital part of his repertoire. Too many kids avoid working on bunting skills; make sure you don t. What Scouts Look For in Base Runners Base running is an art form that too many ballplayers overlook. Speed is definitely and added bonus for running the bases, but it s hardly the only requirement. A ballplayer who possesses average speed can be an outstanding base runner as long as he has the proper instinct on the bases. 1. Over All Speed: Speed is a terrific asset to have as a base runner. A player who can run well should certainly exhibit that speed whenever possible, whether hustling down the first base line or ranging to field a ground ball or fly ball. 2. Quickness: Not to be confused with raw speed, quickness refers to a runner s first few steps. Some runners, even those who don t possess great speed, are particularly good at getting a quick start on the bases. 3. Instincts: Scouts like to see a base runner who is daring and aggressive on the bases. That doesn t mean taking foolish risks, but rather knowing when to steal a base, how to slide, how to take an extra base on a base hit, and so on. Again, the solid base runner can couple his speed quickness and instincts to make himself a threat on the bases. 4. Sliding Ability: Scouts check the mechanics of sliding, including the standard bent-leg, the hook slide, the evasive slide (i.e. sliding away from the base to avoid the tag, and then reaching back with the hand), and the head first slide. 5. Coaching Signals: A base runner, while running the bases, must have the ability to see his third base coach and find the ball on a hit-and-run or straight steal play. Scouts don t like base runners that run with their heads down; finding the ball is essential to becoming a professional base runner.

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